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It is not every mom that can breastfeed, despite the fact that breast milk provides newborns all the nutrition they need. Consequently, supplementing with baby formula is a practical option for moms who do not breastfeed their new born babies. Commercially prepared baby formulas are FDA-regulated to give babies all the nutrients they require. They are available in powders, liquid concentrates and ready-to-use baby formulas.

Here are some quick tips for safe and effective feeding with baby formula, now that you have the basic baby formula facts.

Safety Tips

  • Avoid heating the feeding bottle of a baby in the microwave – Microwave ovens heat disproportionately, which creates hot spots in liquids that can burn the mouth of your baby.
  • Sterilize new baby nipples and bottles in boiling water for five minutes – Although the nipples will change color, but they will still be okay to use. Then, just wash the nipples, bottles and caps in the dishwasher.
  • Wash your hands – Before preparing the bottle of baby, make sure you wash your hands with soap.
  • Keeping of Prepared Baby formula – As a matter of fact, a prepared bottle of powdered baby formula must be consumed within 24 hours and that of a ready-to-use or prepared bottle of liquid concentrate within 48 hours. Prepared baby formula should always be kept in the refrigerator.

Feeding Tips

  • You can feed your newborn with as much baby formula as he wants, but never force him to finish a bottle if he is no longer interested.
  • Read the instructions manual on the baby formula to find out how much water to add to powders and concentrates. Adding too little water can lead to dehydration and diarrhea.
  • Do not feed a baby younger than 1 year with cow milk. This is because the protein contained in the baby formulas of cow milk have been processed or cooked, which make them to be digested easily than the normal cow milk.
  • If your baby is experiencing spitting up problem, feed him a little less baby formula and more slowly that you have always been doing. In addition, limit active playtime after feeding.
  • Do not elongate your budget by watering down breast milk or baby formula. This will cause the serious risk of water intoxication coupled with the baby getting too few nutrients.

If you are not certain about the type of baby formula you are going to use for your baby, consult your physician. Nevertheless, the guide above feeding and safety tips will make your child healthy at all times.

Safety and Feeding Tips for Using Baby Formula
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